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Chinese Premier Li Keqiang will address the ceremonial parliament.

China to convene parliamentary session next month after Coronavirus...

The meeting involves bringing delegates from across the country by plane and train to Beijing.

29 April 2020 9:08 AM IST

South Korean soldiers wearing protective gears spray disinfectant as a precaution against the new coronavirus in Seoul, South Korea (AP)

South Korea sees Covid-19 crisis as opportunity to mend ties with...

The North has said there hasn't been a single virus case, but the claim is questioned.

28 April 2020 3:10 PM IST

Passengers arriving from Changsha in China are screened for the new type of coronavirus (Patrick Ngugi/ AP)

China to close Beijing Covid-19 hospital even as cases continue to...

The move to shut down the hospital comes after Wuhan recently closed 16 temporary hospitals.

28 April 2020 11:04 AM IST

Soldiers allied to Yemens internationally recognized government fly the South Yemen flag at the port of Aden in Aden, Yemen. (AP File Image)

Saudi-led coalition rejects separatist's self-rule declaration in...

The separatists' move complicates a long and separate conflict against Huthi rebels who control much of the north Yemen

27 April 2020 8:33 AM IST

Yemeni separatists declare self-governance as peace deal fails

Yemeni separatists declare self-governance as peace deal fails

Southern Transitional Council (STC) accused the government of failing to perform its duties and of -"conspiring-"...

26 April 2020 12:42 PM IST

Kim Jong Un: Rumours rife as satellite spots leaders train near resort town

Kim Jong Un: Rumours rife as satellite spots leader's train near...

Seoul had repeatedly indicated that there have been no unusual signs that could indicate health problems for Kim

26 April 2020 12:08 PM IST

A man, wearing a face mask as a preventive measure against the spread of the COVID-19 novel coronavirus, makes a purchase at a fish stall in Geylang Serai wet market in Singapore. PTI photo

Indians among 1,000 foreign workers in Singapore to test positive for...

This is the fourth day in a row that Singapore has reported a daily increase of more than 1,000 cases

23 April 2020 4:05 PM IST

North Korea leader Kim Jong Un. (AP Photo)

Succession worries for North Korea amid Kim's health rumours

Questions about Kim's health flared after he skipped an April 15 commemoration of the 108th birthday of his grandfather

23 April 2020 1:21 PM IST

UN chief Antonio Guterres (AP file photo)

Covid-19 pandemic turning into a human rights crisis : UN chief

Guterres said governments must be transparent, responsive and accountable

23 April 2020 1:17 PM IST

34 crew members on an Italian cruise ship docked for repairs in southwestern Japan have tested positive for the coronavirus. (AP Photo)

34 positive coronavirus cases on cruise ship docked in Japan

Initial four tests carried out revealed first infection on Monday, with additional testing among 57 crew finding a total...

22 April 2020 12:35 PM IST

File photo provided by the North Korean government, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attends a politburo meeting of the ruling Workers Party of Korea in Pyongyang. The South Korean government is looking into reports that North Korean leader Kim is in fragile condition after surgery. (AP Photo)

North Korea media silent on Kim's health as speculation on health...

North Korean media presented a business as usual image, carrying routine reporting of Kim's achievements

22 April 2020 9:53 AM IST

A woman prays outside the St. Anthonys church on the first anniversary of the Easter Sunday attacks in Colombo. PTI photo

Rush to relax virus lockdown restrictions could cause resurgence: WHO

Governments must remain vigilant to stop the spread of virus. Lifting of lockdowns, social distancing measures must be...

21 April 2020 1:47 PM IST